Kyle Shanahan’s 49ers, led by first-time starter Jimmy Garoppolo, won a close one over the Bears with a flawless performance from kicker Robbie Gould, who nailed all five of his field goals in the 15-14 victory.

The 49ers outgained the Bears 338 yards to 147. They converted 10-of-19 third downs, the most in a game since October 2007. It was an impressive offensive performance considering Shanahan scaled down the playbook to accommodate Garoppolo’s short time in his system.

Here are five meaningful takeaways from San Francisco’s win over the Bears.

Garoppolo outstanding in starting debut

(Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports)

Garoppolo looked the part of a franchise quarterback in his first start with his new team. The former Patriots backup was impressive in all four quarters, completing 70 percent of his passes for 293 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. No 49ers quarterback has ever thrown for more yards in his debut.

While Garoppolo failed to find the end zone, he was outstanding on third down and orchestrated big play after play to keep the 49ers in the game.

Garoppolo’s only blemish was an interception thrown on a pass to receiver Louis Murphy, which appeared to be a completion before Bears defensive back Kyle Fuller ripped the ball away as they fell to the ground. Garoppolo led the 49ers on a 14-play, 86-yard drive before Gould kicked the game-winning field goal with 0:04 remaining.

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